Seller:sinature11(729)95%,
Location: JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN,
Ships to: Worldwide,
Item:381861350314RARE MILITARIA PERSIAN TURKISH HELMET/MASK CALIGRAPHY "THE ARTS OF MUSLIM KNIGHT Rare Militaria Persian Turkish Khula Khud battle copper plated helmet with mask is truly magnificent military helmet. Worn by soldiers back to the Crimean Tatar era of the late 16th. century. Similar mask is featured at the front cover page of the book ' THE ARTS OF THE MUSLIM KNIGHT " and details in the book at the page number 336 (but without helmet ) The mask's forehead has hand engraved Arabic calligraphy which makes this helmet / mask very rare and unique. The helmet mask is made of hand forged steel profusely chiseled in low relief with medallions on helmet comprising of Islamic calligraphy from holy book Koran to invoke God's power and blessing to win battle. The entire surface of helmet is decorated with Islamic Mughal quality art flower and tendril motifs. The lower side of face is veiled instead of moustache and mouth. The last photo is cover page is from catalog book and is not for sale and is only for reference. Condition : There is some age related wear and small scratches. Period : Can not determine exact age, please view photographs carefully and judge. The inside of helmet has cotton cushion which has been replaced at later date. For further any more details you may contact me at my whatsapp cell number 00-91- 9602839290 You did find this page between other thousands at this crowded- market , now you in safe place with a reliable collector and able to make solid purchase with absolute confidence. We try to describe the item to the best of our knowledge and ability or as per the details / information provided by the previous owner of the item but still would like the buyer to view the photographs carefully to ascertain the condition and exact age and fine details. RETURN POLICY : I OFFER 5 STAR SERVICES WITH RETURN ACCEPTED & MONEY BACK GUARANTEE,THE RETURN IS ACCEPTED WITHIN 14 DAYS ONLY IF THE ITEM IS NOT FOUND AS PER DESCRIPTION.THE RETURN SHIPPING CHARGES ALONG WITH INSURANCE SHALL HAVE TO BE PAID BY BUYER. RESTOCKING FEE OF 20% OF THE ITEM VALUE ALONG WITH THE SHIPPING CHARGES WILL ALSO BE PAID BY BUYER. WE ACCEPT RETURN ONLY THRU UPS OR FEDEX. PAYMENT : ACCEPT PAYMENT THRU PAPAL , BANK WIRE TRANSFER & CASHIER CHEQUE. Buyers and collectors from all over world are buying my items repeatedly and have sent testimonials as appreciation. Pasting 11 of them out of long list. TESTIMONIALS. ---------------------------- eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA Kumar (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. Buyer has responded to your question about this item Do not respond to the sender if this message requests that you complete the transaction outside of eBay. This type of offer is against eBay policy, may be fraudulent, and is not covered by the eBay Buyer Protection Program. Learn More Dear sinature11, Hello sinature11 Yes of course, please feel free to use my email below in your testimonials. :) Your parcel arrived today, and I am very delighted with the armour, it is such a very beautiful work of art, which I will treasure for many years to come. Thank you so much for packaging it so well too, as it has survived its long journey intact. My apologies again for questioning your postage charges; at first they seemed to be rather high – but when I actually checked the courier’s website, it would have cost me over TWICE that amount to send it back to you! So I now know that your P&P prices are very fair, and I’m sorry to have doubted them through my ignorance. Many thanks again for all your help, your excellent communications and your superb customer care – which is second to none! Very best wishes for your ongoing and continued success with your business. sjr*2010 - sjr*2010 Click the Respond button to reply through Messages, or go to your email to reply eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA Kumar (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. This member has a question for you. Do not respond to the sender if this message requests that you complete the transaction outside of eBay. This type of offer is against eBay policy, may be fraudulent, and is not covered by the eBay Buyer Protection Program. Learn More Dear sinature11, I had opportunity to buy helmet from you. Thank you for the excellent helmet and it looks better than describe. The delivery was very quick and very fast communication. After I had paid, the parcel was dispatched within a day and arrived at home in Japan within a week. The helmet was perfectly packed and reached in very safe condition. I offer you 5 star seller on eBay and it was a great deal. I highly recommend buyers to have trouble free dealing with sinature11. Though it was my first international deal, it was a great deal thanks to your kind response. I look forward to dealing with you again. - it-jp94 Click the Respond button to reply through Messages, or go to your email to reply eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA JAIN (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. Buyer has responded to your question about this item Do not respond to the sender if this message requests that you complete the transaction outside of eBay. This type of offer is against eBay policy, may be fraudulent, and is not covered by the eBay Buyer Protection Program. Learn More Dear sinature11, I already left positive feedback and praise for you several days ago. I am truly happy with the transaction. You're not just an 11. You're sinatureNumberOne! sincerely, jk in Sacramento, California - klosstribe Dec. 5th. 2014 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. Your message from an eBay member. \On Thu, Mar 28, 2013 at 10:00 AM, justin shultz wrote: I would like to start by saying you are the best ebay seller i have came across. The customer services was 5 start, with full answers, and most helpful. The shipment was perfectly packed and very fast. I had 16 packages ordered from different supplyers on ebay, means to say i ordered from you last, and your package was the first to arrive in only a few short days. When I recevied the package everything was the exact same as stated on ebay. Thank you for the great service and help and the most amazing decorations for the house, and i will continue to be very satified to continue purchasing more from you in the near futer. And not to forget you are one of the few that that is willing extra time to search for extra ordinary products spicific to my wants. Thanks once again for all the great help and service, it has been extraordinary. Justin Shultz. ( CANADA) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Re: sinature11 sent a message about OLD OTTOMAN INDO PERSIAN ISLAMIC BATTLE WARRIOR CHEST PLATE KORAN CALLIGRAPHY From: mona511 Sent: Feb-13-13 03:18 AM Dear sinature11, HI,YOUR EXCELENT COMUNICATION SCILL AND HONEST BUSINESS BEHAVIOR PUT YOU ON TOP OF EBAY SELERS THANKS mona511 Re: Other: cptskygy sent a message about OLD INDO PERSIAN ISLAMIC BATTLE WARRIOR HELMET HAND CHISEL MEDALIONS CALLIGRAPY #261149934460 From: cptskygy Sent: Jan-30-13 10:30 AM eBay eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA JAIN (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. Dear sinature11, Dear Vkjain, I have always been VERY PLEASED WITH YOUR MERCHANDISE will be more that happy to give you a glowing positive report on my purchases. Look forward to a long and pleasant relationship Your friend in the US Bob. TESTIMONIALS -------------------------- eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA JAIN (sinature11). Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay. Learn more. Buyer has responded to your question about this item Do not respond to the sender if this message requests that you complete the transaction outside of eBay. This type of offer is against eBay policy, may be fraudulent, and is not covered by the eBay Buyer Protection Program. Learn More Dear sinature11, I already left positive feedback and praise for you several days ago. I am truly happy with the transaction. You're not just an 11. You're sinatureNumberOne! sincerely, jk in Sacramento, California - klosstribe Dec. 5th. 2014 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dear sinature11, Dear VKJain, I was delighted to receive the helmet last evening. Thank you for alerting me to its arrival. You were right on target. The helmet is inspiring! The first thing I saw when I took it out of its wrapping was the chain mail. I couldn't help think about the person who wore it--and the person who created it. It is such a paradoxical artifact; it is so beautiful and sensual, yet created to signify war. I feel privileged to be the steward of something so significant. Thank you also for answering my questions about the helmet; I am new to the subject of Asian armor and your communication was a welcome introduction. Your regular updates on the shipping were also appreciated. I look forward with pleasure to visiting your site in future. Kind regards, - jeanh6253 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hello VKJain, Very generous of you to hold that piece for me. If I can't raise the funds soon you will have to let some one else buy it. I understand that you run a business and not a charitable organization. Again, thanks for being a very considerate person and I hope I can move my antiques on eBay enough to buy more of your offerings, which clearly are chosen for intrinsic quality. The apparent Turkish helmet that I bought from you recently is unlike any other that I have ever seen, and its design and decor are very elegant and harmonious. Ottoman helmets that I have seen in photos from museums reveal a penchant for decor organized in strips or lobes moving from the base to the peak. The one I bought does just that with every fourth strip gilded. The artisan who chiseled the floral design even went to the trouble of representing different kinds of flowers. Interesting.........You are welcome to quote this for a testimonial............ Jeff Hall , Arizona , united states dated 2nd. June 2012 . TESTIMONIALS. OF 3rd.. MAY 2012 ----------------------------------------------------- eBay eBay sent this message to VIRENDRA JAIN (sinature11). Dear sinature11, Dear vkjain, Just wanted to thank you for the wonderful helmet. It was dispatched quickly and received in Oman within days. I must give you credit for communication and packing.....first class. I have had numerous comments made by visitors on the helmet and have had no hesitation in recommending your antiques and services. I look forward to finding another gem via your site and wish you well. Please use this testimonial if you wish. Steve Richards Muscat, Sultanate of Oman HORSE WAR HELMET /FACE MASK SIDE SHIELDS #380392563118 To: sinature11 From: shibbolt Sent: 01-Jan-12 03:44 Dear sinature11, the items you sell are quite stunning, only equalled by the service you provide to your customers, the war horse helmet IS magnificent as perscribed ,over 100 years old,great packing fast shipping good communication would recommend you highly, a credit to ebay, thank you very much.doug ,ont canada. ps,i give you permission to use this as a reference. - shibbolt ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TESTIMONIAL OF 15TH. OCTOBER 2011 Hello VK, " Yes" you have my permission to use below message I've received the 2 horse helmets and they are real masterpieces, they are just stunning and very rare antiques. Both were sent very quickly and received in France in only few days. Both were packed very carefully. All was perfect, i have absolutely nothing wrong to say about this dealer. I recommend him highly to all antiques lovers, his antiques are absolutely amazing. Marie DUIZIDOU , TREMECO , FRANCE TESTIMONIAL OF JUNE 2011 Hi Vk, Please use the quote from me as you wish: "Dear Vkjain Thank you for sending the helmet I purchased from you so quickly. It arrived the other day and I am very happy with it- it is beautiful! Thank you also for packing it so carefully, i was concerned it could get damaged in the post. I shall look forward to making more purchases from you in the future. Many thanks Nick Bell . UK TESTIMONIAL ----------------------- Hello, VK: "Yes", you have my permission to reprint/forward/duplicate any and all of my emails to you without needing to ask me each time. I have been VERY PLEASED with the 3 items that I have purchased from you during July-August 2010: (1) the "Pious Fish" (a very well-made, heavy-metal, bronze-artwork, fish-figurine that Shia Muslims used during their commemoration of "Ashura" and the martyrdom of their Imam Hussain -- this is a truly remarkable, religious item that belongs in a serious cultural museum.); (2) the "Lilal Helmet" an Indo-Persian helmet with the very scarce 'Lilal' or crescent-moon/star atop the helmet -- which is surprisingly very heavy (would very well protect the head during battle) and which has nicely engraved Arabic-text protection-blessing prayers -- one of the better helmets that I have seen offered; and (3) the "Lilal Shield", which is a larger-than-usual size, heavy (indicating good sound quality -- not a cheap, light-weight, 'tinny' just-for-the-tourist item), with incredibly detailed "hand-chiseling" of Arabic text [whereby the metal surrounding the letters was 'beaten down' to all the text to appear 'up raised'] in numerous places atop the shield, and for images it has 4 very detailed "Lilal" or 'crescent-moon with star' designs atop the shield, [all of this hand chiseling of letters and artwork indicates a very long and arduous work -- not something that was easily 'mass-produced' just for the tourist trade]. I am MOST PLEASED with your quick email replies to my inquiries about these items, and your FINE PACKAGING of ensuring that a lot of wrapping materials were used to protect these items during shipment. I look forward in making future purchases from you. Sincerely yours, Bill Garrison Bellevue, Washington USA TESTIMONIAL ---------------------------------------- Hi VK : I thought I'd send you this quick note to say I am very pleased for you to print, forward, duplicate, any email I send you for any purpose you feel fit. I must say I was very sceptic on purchasing any items over the Internet from such a distance you always hear of bad experiences but dealing with you has been a revelation you have always been very quick to reply to my emails regarding both my purchases from you. The tracking system from FedEx was very good the items left India & 5 days later they were in my lounge on display. As for the 2 helmets I have purchased from you both are amazing the engraving is beautiful and the chiseling is first rate both are very heavy pieces of armor as you can guess I'm very happy with both of them. I check the site weekly to see what’s there & when monies are available I would not hesitate to make future purchases from yourself cheers for know Mark Duncombe UK Pictures sell! Auctiva Free Image Hosting.Show off your items with Auctiva's Listing Templates Auctiva, THE simple solution for eBay sellers.Condition: Age related wear